City Conversations: Vancouver – World Leader for Public Art in Public Spaces

Vancouver may not have the biggest museums or concert halls, and public pianos began in another city, but our rotating and permanent pubic art displays in public spaces rivals those of many cities ten times its size. Instead of being tucked into temples of culture, our art is in outdoor public spaces, free and accessible to all. How did Vancouver come to hit so far above its weight? How can it sustain this momentum. and grow? Barrie Mowatt, the Biennale’s founder and president, and Lena Soots, Program Manager of CityStudio, will share how they’ve done it. A representative from the Vancouver Biennale has also been invited. Join this sunny summer conversation on art, and enjoy some music, at Lot 19. Rain or shine! There will be light refreshments and, as always, feel free to bring your lunch.

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